Weekend getaway guilt..

This Saturday to Sunday I am going with my SO (significant other) to a neighboring state, just me and him (using his hotel points so free night)... my mom And dad are watching LO. I trust them and they have watched her overnight before since we live in the same building. I know we really need some time to ourselves since he is constantly travelling and it puts stress on our relationship, but i feel so guilty for not bringing LO. Especially since we plan to go to an aquarium and I think LO (little one) would enjoy that... ugh I didn't start feeling guilty about it until this week. Is this normal? Will I get over it?

I've left my LO (little one) overnight 3 times now and I will say it was harder the last time now that he's more interactive and showing a preference for his actual parents. I didn't really feel any guilt when I had an overnight thing at 7 months but he was still in that phase where he just wanted his needs met and was totally happy with my MIL. I had to be away for a whole week at the end of September and that was much harder, not just the length of time but I missed him more and I know it was harder for him. For just one night for a much needed getaway? Yes please! Do it and don't feel guilty.

It’s ok. I still feel a little guilty and my oldest is almost 6. But I spent a lot of time away this summer, not entirely by choice. And they’re fine, we live with my parents so things didn’t change too much for my kids in a difficult situation.

Enjoy the aquarium, enjoy your hubby. I still plan to be away from my kids for a week next year for our 10 year and feel bad. But I’m doing it anyway

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